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Pictures of North East's 'first taste of winter' as Met Office warns of 'continued winter hazards'
See 14 pictures of snowfall across County Durham on Tuesday - as new weather warning for snow and ice issued
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Raby Castle’s New Exhibition Featuring Matt Baker Wins National ‘Best Told Story’ Award
A new exhibition featuring the voice of BBC Countryfile presenter Matt Baker MBE, has won a prestigious national award by destination marketing organisation VisitEngland. Raby Castle, Park and Gardens in County Durham, launched the exhibition within its Grade II* listed newly-renovated Coach House a...
New Support Hub Opens for County Durham Care Leavers at Stanley Leisure Centre
A new hub has opened to offer support to care leavers across County Durham. Durham County Council has opened the safe space at Stanley Leisure Centre for young people to drop in to for help and advice across the week. Advisors will be on hand to offer emotional support, help with education, trai...
Seaside Fun for SEND Children: North East Charity’s Butlin’s Trip Brings Joy to Young People
Children and young people with special educational needs have been enjoying being by the seaside thanks to the work of a North East charity and funding from a County Durham business. Chester-le-Street-based Integrating organised a five-day holiday to Butlin’s Skegness Resort for 24 of its young se...
£1m project to restore rare coastal habitat in County Durham launches
A £1m project to restore hundreds of acres of rare coastal habitat in County Durham has been launched.
Firefighters still at scene of 'large fire' in County Durham that saw power cut off
Firefighters are still at the scene of what was described as a 'large fire' that broke out in South Hetton, County Durham this evening.
County Durham fire LIVE: Firefighters remain at the scene - updates
Welcome to The Northern Echo's live breaking news blog on the fire in South Hetton this evening. It’s Kayleigh Fraser here, signing on to keep you up to date with everything we know so far and updates as soon as we have them.
Death in custody of woman who smuggled drugs into Durham prison caused by herpes
A 50-year-old woman in the custody of HMP Low Newton died of herpes following a period of seizures, a watchdog report has revealed.
Council gritters on standby as snow expected - what you need to know
Durham County Council gritters are set to take to the roads tonight as the region prepares for snow throughout the night and into the morning.
Three rare Magna Cartas to go on display at Durham Cathedral for first time in eight years
The display will mark the 800th anniversary of the 1225 Magna Carta in Durham Cathedral's collection
Suspended prison sentence for teenager who smashed Willington takeaway window
A teenager who threw a brick through a takeaway window and shouted racial slurs towards the owner has been released after spending three months in custody.
North East Mayor to make £1 fare pledge for under-21s on school and job-seeking trips
One of the region’s “metro-Mayors” has made a commitment to £1 youth fares on public transport as part of her action plan to tackle child poverty.
Young people torched cars and goaded police on evening of disorder in Seaham
A teenager with no previous convictions became involved in an evening of serious disorder which blighted a community.
Young North East authors publish online safety picture books
Young authors from Moorside Primary School near Consett have helped write picture books helping children to stay safe online.
Police crackdown on anti-social behaviour in Durham city as arrests are made
Durham Constabulary posted an update on social media, reaffirming its commitment to the city's residents and businesses
'Extremely rare' 50p coins sold by County Durham residents for up to £15,000
Several ‘extremely rare’ 50p coins are being sold by County Durham residents for up to 10,000 times their value.
MAPPED: Nine areas in County Durham ranked the 'most dangerous' in new crime figures
Nine areas of County Durham have been ranked in the 'most dangerous' locations in the North East.
Bishop of Newcastle said she felt 'compelled' to call for Archbishop's resignation
The Bishop of Newcastle, Rt Rev Dr Ann Hartley, has said she thinks there is a “culture of fear” in the Church of England over abuse.
The best and worst ranked Wetherspoons across County Durham - from best to worst
Wetherspoons has eight pubs in County Durham - from a seaside town tavern to historic towns and the city of Durham.
IN THE DOCK: 5 speeders caught by cameras on the A1(M) and A66 in County Durham
5 speeders caught on A1(M) and A66 in County Durham, and who appeared at Peterlee Magistrates' Court.